Strawberry season is here Strawberry season has arrived, and the plump, red berries are on everyone’s mind and in every grocery store. And it’s no wonder that strawberries have such popularity. Not only are strawberries del...

Valerie lives on through her motherBy Sarah Hudson Pierce Jasmine Morelock-Field, a well known artist in Shreveport, senses the importance of building bridges, of knocking down walls and barriers to enhance communication between hu...

JROTC presents awards at banquetThe Natchitoches Central High School’s JROTC Chief Battalion held its awards banquet Friday, April 11 at the Natchitoches Events Center. Cadets received national and local awards and new leadership...

Violinist shares her love of musicBy Corey Poole It was love at first site for Amanda Shaw as she watched an orchestra performance on the television. The violin captivated the four-year-old and she decided to learn to play music. “...

Church members unite to help orphanage in IndiaBy Corey Poole “Something’s going on here that can change the world,” said Letha Myers, a member at the River Community Church. It’s the little things in life that mean so much to people. Giving so...

NSU International Chorale to travel EuropeThe NSU International Chorale will take a concert tour of Europe May 10-17. The ensemble will be conducted by Director of Choral Activities Dr. Burt Allen. Associate Director of Choral Activities D...

Walking tour brings town to life with artArtWalk is a free, family-oriented, self-guided walking tour of over 40 participating artists, vendors, and live entertainment acts, held semiannually in downtown Alexandria. The Arts Council of Ce...